help... i have a protruding stomach..?

Question

its kind of like an early stage pregnant belly (i'm not btw.) its hardish and not fat but it still sticks out in a firm fashion. I want rid of it, what do you think it is and what can i do? thanks

Answer 1

My AB Workout consists of 3 basic exercises. These exercises work on the 3 abdominal groups, worked out in the correct order to get maximum results.

1. Leg raises (Rectus Abdominis)
2. Side Crunches ( External/Internal Obliques)
3. Straight Crunches (Transverse Abdominis)

Here is how it works. You want to get up to where you are doing 3 sets of 25 reps for each exercise. But start with one set of 15, then 20, then 25. Then start with 2 sets of each, then finally 3 sets. Only allowing a 30 to 45 second break between sets.

1. Lie flat on a mat, with your hands placed at your lower back, close to your butt. Now with your legs bent slightly, and toes pointed away from your body, with legs together, lift your legs up 6 inches off the ground. Each rep consists of lifting your legs from 6 inches to 12 inches. You cannot put your legs on the ground till the set is done. Go between 6 inches, to 12 inches, and back. Each time you reach the 6 inch mark, count one rep. Each movement should be one second. One second up, one second down.

2. Lie with your back flat on the mat, your legs should be bent so that your feet are flat on the mat, about shoulder width apart. Your hands should not be behind your head, but place them under your opposite armpits, or chest. Now you curl up, not lifting your lower back off the mat, (these are crunches, not situps) Your rep consists of curling your right elbow towards your left knee, and then the other side. You do not touch your knee. One second up, one second, down. One second other side, one second down. A rep consists of both sides being done. So your rep is done when you have moved up, and down, on each side. (This one you will notice right away)

3. Lie the same way as in number 2 above, with the hands in the same position. Now this one you just curl straight up, hold for a second, then back down. Do not jerk yourself up, Curl yourself up. Each rep consists of one up, and one down. Each time you are on the mat with your back, counts as one rep.

NOTE: You can do abs every day. But I find if I rest one day a week, I reward myself for sticking with it.

GOOD LUCK, and enjoy your SIX PACK.

Answer 2

when doing sit ups, it's very important to hold the abdominal muscles in so that they firm up in that direction, if you see what i mean. not holding them in could result in a firm protruding belly. just remember to breathe!

Answer 3

Do sit ups every other day and some side stretches.
You may just have air in belly.

Answer 4

it happens to me especially after a meal like a roast dinner. My belly goes like a football. Also producers a funny smell too (gasoline)!

Answer 5

Are you constipated? Maybe you should go see your doctor. It doesn't sound serious. But should get it checked just to be sure and also to see how to get rid of it.

Answer 6

15 minutes of cardiovascular excersice daily and some abs will shape you quickly-- also eating less more times.

Answer 7

It could be bloating - or if your eating lots of bad foods eg not much veg or whatever try eating more bran and more veg

Answer 8

stop drinking pints of beer and fast food , do sit up and eat your daily 5

Answer 9

Your stomach is stretched. Try eating less so it can shrink-- it takes days!

Answer 10

less carbs and sit ups it's the only way x